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If you want to work on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors Function (page 85) for more information. The procedure for selecting a display depends on the video controller used in the computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. Using Peripheral Devices > Selecting Display Modes n 84 N To select a display . You may not be able to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time, depending on the type of your external display or projector. Turn on the external display before turning on your computer. . On models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. . On models with the NVIDIA video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Additional Options. 3 Click NVIDIA Control Panel. 4 Select the display setup option under Display. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. . On models with the ATI video controller When the computer has an external display connected, you can change the Main/Clone setting as follows: 1 Click Start, All Programs, and Catalyst Control Center. 2 Click CCC. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. See the help file for more information. Using Peripheral Devices > Using the Multiple Monitors Function n 85 N Using the Multiple Monitors Function The Multiple Monitors function allows you to distribute portions of your desktop across separate displays. For example, if you have an external display connected to the monitor port, your computer screen and the external display can function as a single desktop. The procedure for using the Multiple Monitors function depends on the video controller used in the computer. See the specifications to find out about the configuration of your computer. You can move the cursor from one display to the other. This allows you to drag objects, such as an open application window or a toolbar, from one display to the other. Using Peripheral Devices > Using the Multiple Monitors Function n 86 N To use the Multiple Monitors function . Your external display may not support the Multiple Monitors function. Certain software applications may not be compatible with Multiple Monitors settings. Make sure that your computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernate mode while you are using the Multiple Monitors function. Otherwise, the computer may not return to Normal mode. If you set different colors on each display, do not expand a single window across two displays. Otherwise, your software may not work properly. Set fewer colors or a lower resolution for each display. . On models with the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 1 Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize. 2 Click Display Settings. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. . On models with the NVIDIA or ATI video controller 1 Click Start and Control Panel. 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. 3 Right-click the number 2 monitor and select Attached. 4 Click OK. At the confirmation prompt, click Yes. . Additionally, you can set the display colors and resolution for each display and customize the Multiple Monitors function. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an External Microphone n 87 N Connecting an External Microphone If you use a sound input device (for example, to chat over the Internet), you need to connect an external microphone (not supplied). To connect an external microphone Plug the microphone cable (1) into the microphone jack (2) m. . Make sure your microphone is designed for computer use. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 88 N Connecting a USB Device You can connect a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device to your computer, such as a mouse, floppy disk drive, speaker, and printer. To connect a USB device 1 Choose the USB port (1) you prefer to use. 2 Plug the USB device cable (2) into the USB port. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting a USB Device n 89 N Notes on connecting a USB device . You may need to install the driver software supplied with your USB device before use. See the manual that came with the USB device for more information. . Be sure to use a USB printer compatible with your version of Windows to print documents. . For information on how to remove a USB device, see the manual that came with the device. . To protect your computer and/or USB devices from damage, observe the following: . When moving the computer with USB devices connected, avoid exposing the USB ports to shock or impact. . Do not put the computer into a bag or carrying case when it has USB devices connected. Using Peripheral Devices > Connecting an i.LINK Device n 90 N Connecting an i.LINK Device Your computer is equipped with an i.LINK port which you can use to connect an i.LINK device, such as a digital video camcorde...
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